Organic Essence Lip Balm

Of the 30 million tons of plastic waste produced in the United States in 2008, 13 million were single-use containers.

And when it comes to reducing that waste, every little bit helps. This silky shea lip balm from Organic Essence comes in a biodegradable cardboard tube, pushes up like an ice cream treat, and its package will disappear almost as fast. At select natural markets for $5 or www.organic-essence.com.